You have been working for a company for some time, but recently, you haven't been happy. You filed a claim because you believed that your employer wasn't being fair to you. You asked for assistance with a religious request, so that you could celebrate a holiday. The...
Sexual harassment truly has no place in a workplace, yet it exists and affects people every day. It doesn't just affect women; sexual harassment affects men and women alike. It can be caused by customers, coworkers, bosses, supervisors or others. The U.S. Equal...
It's extremely difficult to determine what to do when someone you love is sick. Do you take time off work? Can you miss work without losing your job? Can you take leave or do you have to use sick time? The fortunate thing is that many people fall under the protection...
Once you open an unemployment claim, you'll receive a claims confirmation and be able to track your claim online. You need to continue to claim biweekly in accordance with your claims handbook's rules or regulations. After this, you should register for work within 30...
It is hard to live with harassment of any kind, but sexual harassment is one of the most uncomfortable types to deal with. You may feel objectified and victimized easily, worrying about anything and everything you do on the job. It's a good idea to talk to your...
When a custodian was fired, it immediately drew attention. Now, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has stated that the Altoona Water Authority did violate the custodian's rights by firing him. According to the man's claims, his supervisor continually...
The automobile industry has introduced a wide range of safety features in recent years. How effective are they in preventing collisions? Consumer Reports asked that question and reported its findings in a recent article. Here are highlights from what they discovered....
No one expects to be involved in a car accident. Driving has become an everyday part of life and many drivers fail to appreciate its inherent dangers. After an accident, you may be disoriented, panicking and unsure of what to do next. However, you will want to take a...
In 2010, a group of high-ranking female employees sued Goldman Sachs for gender discrimination and sexual harassment. Their bid to certify the case as a class action hit a snag when the Supreme Court limited class actions in 2011. A judge has now certified the action...